Southern Collard Greens Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 large bunch of collard greens (about 3 pounds)
• 1 pound bacon (chopped (smoked bacon is ideal))
• 1 large white onion (chopped)
• 2 jalapeno peppers (chopped - optional (use milder peppers for less heat))
• 1 pound smoked ham (chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced (or more to taste))
• 12 cups chicken stock (3 quarts)
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey (or use sugar)
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste (I use 1 tsp each)
• Hot sauce to taste (a few dashes will do - use your favorite hot sauce)